PUPPY PROCEDURE!!!!

[KJJ]

OK... so some of you may already know but I am going to choose my puppy at the weekend and put a deposit down... (ssssoooooooo excited!!

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Now then some friends have given us advise about puppies/ innoculations/time when allowed outside etc... (as they do) YET the info they have given us conflicts!!

SO you lovely people.... what do you think?

Innoculations:
When should they be done?
How many should the pup have before they come to us?
How many does he need to complete his course?
At what stages?

Freedom:
When is the pup allowed outside?
How long after innoculations?
How long til he can go out in public areas?
What is the deal with his new 'brother'? - basically have existing dog.. what happens if he goes out and comes back - could he bring back disease/infections etc (he goes hunting rabbits twice a week and to yard everyday)

Security:
Microchipped or Tattoo'd?

Errmmm I think that's it ... any other info you wanna share feel free!!!

Thankies guys.

ETS: - I have some serious book reading to do... just to make sure everything is perfect!!

We are going to take something up for the puppy with us so that when we bring him home (end of Oct) he will have something to comfort him with his smell from home. but also something that has our smell on before we collect him.. Good Idea?

 

[Tempi]

the puppy should really have had both its injections before it comes to you - one at 6-8 weeks and one 2 weeks after that. I got my puppy when she'd only had one injection, so they aren't allowed out of the house/garden due to high risk of diseases. After the second injection you can take them to low risk places (ie places with not too many rats around) and then 2 weeks after that they are fine. Aslong as your existing dog is up to date with his injections then he is fine to mix with your puppy. We kept our other dog at home during the puppys time wen she couldnt go out, just to be on the safe side.

Polly is microchipped, costs around £20.

 

[KJJ]

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the puppy should really have had both its injections before it comes to you - one at 6-8 weeks and one 2 weeks after that.

[/ QUOTE ]Well I would imagine we would be collecting the dog at 8weeks. (Will discuss on Sunday)
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I got my puppy when she'd only had one injection, so they aren't allowed out of the house/garden due to high risk of diseases.

[/ QUOTE ]Yup tis what I thought....
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After the second injection you can take them to low risk places (ie places with not too many rats around) and then 2 weeks after that they are fine.

[/ QUOTE ]Ahhh OK not too long then, I have had varying times of people... however we will be chatting with vet too!!
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Aslong as your existing dog is up to date with his injections then he is fine to mix with your puppy.

[/ QUOTE ]He is up to date indeed.
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We kept our other dog at home during the puppys time wen she couldnt go out, just to be on the safe side.

[/ QUOTE ]Hmm tis what I was thing TBH... better safe than sorry!
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Polly is microchipped, costs around £20.

[/ QUOTE ]That's good... a defo must then me thinks!!

Ohh and worming?

 

[Tempi]

wormed when we got her, and she now has those programme and drontal pills for fleas/worms monthly and three monthly i think (mum handles that side as my pup is on same as her dog). We got Polly at 8 weeks, but she'd only just had her first injection, she was meant to have had her second, and they should have, but breeder had transport problems and couldnt get her to the vet when needed. (She didnt drive and her husband was in hospital or something).

We got good advice off our vet tho, as the first thing we did was book her in for a check up etc, just to be on the safe side. You'l find them really useful!!

 

[GinaB]

Speak to your vet with any concerns you have. They'll be more than happy to help. I think P-G has given you all the advice you need

I think micro chipping is a great idea. It's one of the first things they check dogs for in kennels/rescue homes if they've been found wondering. So if the worst happens and the dog goes missing they'll be quickly returned to you. And it dones't hurt them at all. My wee dog didn't even notice it being done.

Good luck with choosing your pup!

 

[KJJ]

Thankies chick.... have been doing some searching on the net too..

OH knows it all anyway having had dogs all his life... but I'd like to know myself too as it is gunna be MY dog!!

 

[KJJ]

Hi,

Thankies.

I think mirco chipping is a def go!! Silly question but I'm assuming by your comment that it was done when your wee dog was awake... as saw on a website that they suggest dog has the chip put in when anethestised (sp?!)

I can't wait til Sunday now!!

 

[GinaB]

Oh she was awake.
It's a weird wee thing used to put if in. Quite similar to the item used to put plastic tags on clothes (those annoying ones you always break your teeth on trying to get off!) My dog is also a wimp and hates injections but didn't even notice.

 

[GinaB]

Also what kind of dog are you getting? And is it to be a bitch or dog? I know that if a dog has more scruff (eg a Lab) they're going to be even less inclined to feel the chip being put in.

 

[Sooty]

I like the idea of you leaving a deposit. Your puppy will do the same for some time to come...

As for injections, worming etc, the best thing is to ask your vet. Do what your particular practice recommends, as they will send reminders etc. I would go for microchipping over tattooing, tattoos are unsightly on dogs IMHO. Unless it has several, and some body piercings as well...

Find out from the breeder what the puppy is eating, and get some supplies in. Start saving your old newspapers, and get a good mop! Also, an indoor kennel (cage) can be very useful, especially at night. Get a hot water bottle and a ticking clock to keep it company on the first few nights, and some earplugs for yourself. Also, obvious things like puppy collar and lead, bowls, toys. Try and avoid hide chews, puppies can choke on the bits they chew off. Morgan far preferred to dig up sharp bits of crockery from the garden, bits of wire, lumps of wood etc etc.

Brilliant idea of taking something that smells of you to take to him, it will also smell of his litter mates when you bring it back with you.

 

[Tia]

The breeder and vet should be able to answer most of your questions.

However I just wanted to say to you to check for dermoid sinus in the pup you choose. If you run a search then it will tell you exactly what to do and how to check that your puppy doesn't have it.

 

[KJJ]

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Oh she was awake.
It's a weird wee thing used to put if in. Quite similar to the item used to put plastic tags on clothes (those annoying ones you always break your teeth on trying to get off!) My dog is also a wimp and hates injections but didn't even notice.

[/ QUOTE ]Ohh weird!!

Thankies... perhaps it was recommened IF the dog was under as a 'saver' thing!! LOL!!

 

[KJJ]

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Also what kind of dog are you getting? And is it to be a bitch or dog? I know that if a dog has more scruff (eg a Lab) they're going to be even less inclined to feel the chip being put in.

[/ QUOTE ]Getting a Rhodesian Ridgeback

Boy - I have already decided he is to be called Finn!! p

 

[KJJ]

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I like the idea of you leaving a deposit. Your puppy will do the same for some time to come...

[/ QUOTE ]LMAO!!!! Oh joy!!
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As for injections, worming etc, the best thing is to ask your vet. Do what your particular practice recommends, as they will send reminders etc. I would go for microchipping over tattooing, tattoos are unsightly on dogs IMHO. Unless it has several, and some body piercings as well...

[/ QUOTE ]LOL tis what I was thinking re-tattoo's so a chip it will be... as for piercings hmm that'd be a no!! LOL!!

I will ask vet but just wanted a bit of info prior to calling etc.

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Find out from the breeder what the puppy is eating, and get some supplies in. Start saving your old newspapers, and get a good mop!

[/ QUOTE ]God plan!! Will ask on Sunday what they will or are already eating/how often etc

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Also, an indoor kennel (cage) can be very useful, especially at night.

[/ QUOTE ]Got one already - was used for the other dog until recently... trained him to get out so I could put my puppy in!! hehe!!
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Get a hot water bottle and a ticking clock to keep it company on the first few nights, and some earplugs for yourself.

[/ QUOTE ]LOL good plan... hopefully the other dog will help comfort it... the pup will be in the cage whilst the other dog on the futon!!!
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Also, obvious things like puppy collar and lead, bowls, toys.

[/ QUOTE ]Eeeeekkkk I am going to go shopping tomorrow lunchtime to get all those goodies!! YAY!!!
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Try and avoid hide chews, puppies can choke on the bits they chew off. Morgan far preferred to dig up sharp bits of crockery from the garden, bits of wire, lumps of wood etc etc.

[/ QUOTE ]I think I will just buy proper puppy chews and plastic teething toys etc.

As for Morgan... lets hope he/she digs up gold!!

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Brilliant idea of taking something that smells of you to take to him, it will also smell of his litter mates when you bring it back with you.

[/ QUOTE ]Tis what I was thinking soots... he will get used to my/our smell and then have his bros/mums/sisters smell for when he comes home with us

Familiar smells are comforting

 

[KJJ]

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The breeder and vet should be able to answer most of your questions.

[/ QUOTE ]Yup will be asking LOADS of questions just wante dto have a bit of an idea first!!! (Plus I'm bored at work!!

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However I just wanted to say to you to check for dermoid sinus in the pup you choose. If you run a search then it will tell you exactly what to do and how to check that your puppy doesn't have it.

[/ QUOTE ]Thanks Tia, I have already asked the breeder about this already and all the pups have been checked already but will be checked again prior to coming to their new homes!!

Thankies though... VERY EXCITING!!

 

[GinaB]

They're beautiful dogs! You're very lucky. How old are the pups at the min?

Yep the micro chipper is weird! But at least you know it's effective. And if it does hurt a little it's over in seconds.

 

[KJJ]

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They're beautiful dogs! You're very lucky. How old are the pups at the min?

[/ QUOTE ]I am VERY lucky and spoilt!!

They are around 4 weeks now!! Shall be taking LOADS of pics on Sunday!!!
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Yep the micro chipper is weird! But at least you know it's effective. And if it does hurt a little it's over in seconds.

[/ QUOTE ]Very true....

 

[Tempi]

polly was micorchipped whilst awake - they took her in another room tho as they said she might squeel a bit when it was done, as being a whippet she dosent really have any 'scruff'. Apparently she didnt squeel at all tho (shes quite a tough whippet anyways!).

Dont forget to insure him to, Pollys insurance is £15 a month, was free for the first 3 months - your breeder should give you info if hes KC registered

Polly has a cage which she sleeps in and stays in during the day when im at work, otherwise we'd have no house left!! She will actually go in it to sleep at night when we're all sat downstairs. Make sure you dont ever use it as punishment tho, otherwise they will associate it with bad things and not want to go. However much they wine at night, dont go and see to them, its like giving in. The first night i had her she cried all night, it was heartbreaking! she soon stopped tho and now sleeps from around 10pm - 9am on the weekends

 

[GinaB]

The wait from when you pick them is the worst! When I picked the Beast they put sparkly blue nail polish on her back foot so we'd know which was ours! She was microchipped in front of us. Seen a number of dogs have it done (done work experience in a rescue centre) and in general most were very well behaved.
It's so hard the first few nights with them crying. My dog gets run of our kitchen and dining room (open plan) but just snuggles into her bed and sleeps. She was very quick to get into a routine. Which involves getting up with me (at 6) then going into my mums room until she leaves at 9. She then sleeps downstairs til 4 when Andrea comes hom. But it's not until 5ish shes properly awake!!!

 

[KJJ]

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polly was micorchipped whilst awake - they took her in another room tho as they said she might squeel a bit when it was done, as being a whippet she dosent really have any 'scruff'. Apparently she didnt squeel at all tho (shes quite a tough whippet anyways!).

[/ QUOTE ]Ahh Ok... hmm I did only skim read so perhaps they suggested if people hadn't done already - like a 2 for 1 deal!! LOL!!
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Dont forget to insure him to, Pollys insurance is £15 a month, was free for the first 3 months - your breeder should give you info if hes KC registered

[/ QUOTE ]He is KC registered yup - we will prob go with petplan as that is who existing dog is with

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Polly has a cage which she sleeps in and stays in during the day when im at work, otherwise we'd have no house left!!

[/ QUOTE ]The same as OH's dog now.. however we are now trusting him and leaving him out and he's doing good (as we'll need cage for puppy) he's only managed to steal 1 bra, and about 8 pairs of knickers (ALL MINE) from the washing basket and chew so far!! grrr!!!

Actually to be fair to him.. he's been VERY good.
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She will actually go in it to sleep at night when we're all sat downstairs.

[/ QUOTE ]Awwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!
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Make sure you dont ever use it as punishment tho, otherwise they will associate it with bad things and not want to go.

[/ QUOTE ]Totally agree with that.. it's got to be their 'safe comfy place'
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However much they wine at night, dont go and see to them, its like giving in. The first night i had her she cried all night, it was heartbreaking! she soon stopped tho and now sleeps from around 10pm - 9am on the weekends

[/ QUOTE ]Again totally agree... don't want the Ridgeback thinking he's got the better of us!! PLUS hoping the whippet x collie will help settle him.

 

[KJJ]

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The wait from when you pick them is the worst! When I picked the Beast they put sparkly blue nail polish on her back foot so we'd know which was ours!

[/ QUOTE ]I was wondering how they would know which one we'd picked!!

Doh!!!
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She was microchipped in front of us. Seen a number of dogs have it done (done work experience in a rescue centre) and in general most were very well behaved.

[/ QUOTE ]Ahhh OK

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It's so hard the first few nights with them crying. My dog gets run of our kitchen and dining room (open plan) but just snuggles into her bed and sleeps.

[/ QUOTE ]Well existing dog has run of kitchen/diner (open plan) at night... but pup will have cage for a while me thinks...
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She was very quick to get into a routine. Which involves getting up with me (at 6) then going into my mums room until she leaves at 9. She then sleeps downstairs til 4 when Andrea comes hom. But it's not until 5ish shes properly awake!!!

[/ QUOTE ]Awwww... the dogs aren't allowed upstairs in our house... just the run of the garden and whole bottom floor when people are round

 

[GinaB]

She was not impressed with the sparkly nail polish at all! We all went to chose pup and there was 3 left I could've have. Everyone else from my house wanted the other pup but I was like no way this is the one! Purely on the basis she gave me a little lick on the nose then fell asleep in my arms! If only I knew how she would turn out... not really wouldn't change her for the world.

Having the other dog should help settle the pup as well. Hopefully learn from example.

 

[Tempi]

Polly has a white spot on her chin, thats how we knew she was ours!!!

 

[GinaB]

Ah bless her! Easy to know she's yours then

 

[KJJ]

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She was not impressed with the sparkly nail polish at all! We all went to chose pup and there was 3 left I could've have. Everyone else from my house wanted the other pup but I was like no way this is the one! Purely on the basis she gave me a little lick on the nose then fell asleep in my arms! If only I knew how she would turn out... not really wouldn't change her for the world.

[/ QUOTE ]Awwww bless her!!!

There are 8 boys in the litter and I get first choice of all of them!! YAY!!

I can't wait ssssssssssooo excited!!!
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Having the other dog should help settle the pup as well. Hopefully learn from example.

[/ QUOTE ]LMAO! _ Erm lets hope not!!! Actually he's not bad.. just gets a bit hyper!! LOL!!

 

[GinaB]

That'd make it harder cos personally I'd put my name down for all! Lol

Are you worried about your other dog being jealous at all? Or is he/she ok with other dogs?

 

[KJJ]

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That'd make it harder cos personally I'd put my name down for all! Lol

[/ QUOTE ]This is true... gunna be so difficult to make a choice!!!
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Are you worried about your other dog being jealous at all? Or is he/she ok with other dogs?

[/ QUOTE ]He's absolutely fine with other dogs.. infact never seen him be anything but friendly.... he won't get jealous as he will get the same amount of attention that he gets now... everyone loves him!!

He's a sweetie, he'll be a year old next month and doesn't play rough so hopefully will be nice to the pup adn play nicely... he'll need to be cos it's gunna grow twice the size of him!!!

 

[GinaB]

You're lucky with your other dog too then!
Good luck with choosing your puppy. Just make sure you have lots of piccies of them all and lots of your final choice! Nice to keep as a reminder of how much they've grown. Finn is a great name too!

 

[KJJ]

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You're lucky with your other dog too then!

[/ QUOTE ]Thankies... he is a well socailised young man!!

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Good luck with choosing your puppy. Just make sure you have lots of piccies of them all and lots of your final choice! Nice to keep as a reminder of how much they've grown. Finn is a great name too!

[/ QUOTE ]Totally - am gunna put my camera on charge tonight!! LOL!!!

I like tha name Finn, OH keeps telling me to choose a 'proper' name... *rolls eyes*

 

[GinaB]

It is a proper name though! Typical man though! Mine is registered KC with Tess being her pet name (all dogs in our family are named after my grandads old working dogs. The original Tess was a springer) But I call her The Beast oe Beastie cos she really is one! She will answer to others ass Tess but if I call her Tess she ignores me!